Courtois should be allowed to play against Chelsea

Jose Mourinho wouldn’t want to win it that way – the Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid or the competition altogether. As easy as it may be for some to brush it under the carpet if Thibaut Courtois is left out of the tie, in whichever way Chelsea capitalise on the advantage, it will be tainted. It will disgrace the competition this year if a competitor is able to exert whatever power or influence they have in order to win. Uefa stepped in quickly before the semi-final draw took place; probably hoping quietly that the two clubs would be kept separate, but knowing full well that they’d have to tackle this situation sooner or later. The governing body ... Read More